Echoes of Silla Gyeongju Historical Guided Day Tour from Busan
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Gyeongju, the city of Silla, a country from 1,500 years ago! Silla was the most splendid country in the history of the Korean Peninsula, a small but strong country. As Gyeongju was the capital of Silla, there are many historical tourist attractions and the city itself has a strong traditional vibe and beutiful, it is one of the provincial cities that attracts a lot of tourists every year. We especailly recommend to those who are interested in history or want to visit a beautiful city.
Begin with a visit to the UNESCO-listed Bulguksa Temple and enjoy a relaxing lunch amidst historic surroundings. Continue to the charming Gyochon Traditional Village to experience hanok houses and traditional crafts. Then, discover the royal tombs of Daereungwon and stroll along the trendy yet historic Hwangnidan-gil Street. As evening falls, enjoy the peaceful beauty of Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond before ending the day with a picturesque walk across the illuminated Woljeonggyo Bridge.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time from spot to spot is included in the total tour duration.
Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition.
Please inform us if you will be bring along a baby stroller or wheelchair.
Infant is free of charge, no seat available.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transport by air-conditioned van/coach
English/ Chinese speaking staff
Donggung & Wolji Admission Fees
Other Personal Expenses
Meals
Travelers Insurance
What To Expect
Bulguksa Temple
A jewel of Silla-era Buddhist architecture, Bulguksa Temple is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site and one of Korea’s most revered temples. Originally built in the 8th century, the temple complex showcases stunning architectural harmony between nature and design. Visitors can admire iconic structures like Dabotap and Seokgatap pagodas, and intricate stone staircases that symbolize the path to enlightenment. Set amidst pine forests and lotus ponds, Bulguksa offers spiritual peace and timeless beauty. (Lunch time is included at own expenses)
Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village
The village is centered around the Gyeongju Choi Clan, a family renowned for preserving their wealth over 12 generations and producing many influential figures. Visitors can explore the lifestyle and spending habits that allowed the family to achieve this. The village also houses the site of Yoseokgung, the residence of Silla Princess Yoseok.
Options
Mar-Sept: Haeundae Station
Meeting Point: Please be at Haeundae Station Exit 5 by 11:15 am.
Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
Starting point:
Haeundae, U-dong, Busan, South Korea
Oct-Mar: KTX Busan Station
Meeting Point: Please be at KTX Busan Station Exit 1 (Not the subway station) by 9:20am. Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
Starting point:
Jungang-daero, 초량제3동 Dong-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mar-Sept: KTX Busan Station
Meeting Point: Please be at KTX Busan Station Exit 1 (Note: NOT Busan Subway Station) by 10:15 am.
Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
Starting point:
Jungang-daero, 초량제3동 Dong-gu, Busan, South Korea
Oct-Mar: Seomyeon Station
Meeting Point: Please be at Seomyeon Station Exit 12 by 9:40am. Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
Starting point:
Seomyeon Station Exit 12, Bujeon-ro, Busanjin District, Busan, South Korea
Mar-Sept: Seomyeon Station
Meeting Point: Please be at Seomyeon Station Exit 12 by 10.35 am.
Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
Starting point:
Seomyeon Station Exit 12, Bujeon-ro, Busanjin District, Busan, South Korea
Oct-Mar: Haeundae Station
Meeting Point: Please be at Haeundae Station Exit 5 by 10:20am. Ktourstory staff will be there for you.
Starting point:
Haeundae, U-dong, Busan, South Korea
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day tour that covers both a lot of ground, and a lot of Korean history!
rubyred2014,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A full day trip that covered both a lot of ground and a lot of history in the regions outside of Busan. Bobby Kim and his colleague led the tour with patience and good humour and was able to get our large group moving efficiently and effectively as we visited 5 different places that cover the ancient Silla kingdom. The bus was very comfortable, and Bobby kept us all informed about what was happening and where to be, and when during the day. He gave interesting information about the history of the sites we visited as well as some good stories, and he is also a pro at knowing where the good photo ops are and taking the best photos from the best angles! He shared some extra places that we could visit like inside one of the royal tombs, and a nearby festival that were not usually on the itinerary, and he also shared a shopping voucher with the group which was very kind. If only the autumn showers had held off, it would have been perfect!
Full of History all those years ago.
gyoungr,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved every minute of it. I even met a another solo traveler on the tour bus and we visited Gyeongju City as a partner. What a beautiful place with a rich history. I learned the a lot. The bridge that was built about 1000-1500 years ago is amazing.
An unforgettable experience
ASIA J,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today we had the opportunity to discover Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the kingdom of Silla, on an excursion that was much more than a sightseeing tour: it was a real journey back in time. Thanks to our guide JUN, who accompanied us with patience, closeness and a deep knowledge of history and culture, we were able to understand the greatness of this city considered an open-air museum. Each explanation was full of details and anecdotes that made us see the temples, palaces and tombs with different eyes. We visited such iconic sites as Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, Bulguksa Temple and Daereungwon area, and at each stop the experience was enriched by their words. It has been a very complete, well organized and perfectly paced excursion, where we not only learned, but also enjoyed and connected with the essence of Korea. I totally recommend this experience to any traveler who wants to live Gyeongju in an authentic and special way.
Good time in Gyeongju
iwonapA4887US,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very friendly English speaking guide Yoona who made the tour very interesting and fun! We visited the most important places in Gyeongju.
Great tour - Not to be Missed.
David N,
Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely wonderful tour. We had plenty of time to explore at every sight. Very informative and fun. Highly recommend. Lucy and Kelvin were great guides. Their pride for Korea was obvious and they enjoyed sharing their knowledge with us.
Tour with Bobby Kim
JonasNicolai A,
Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great tour, with our fantastic guide Bobby Kim. He was talkative and really informative. The tour took us to some different places, with a lot of history, that is explained by Bobby Kim. He was really passionate about telling stories about the places we visited.
Well-run tour and guide Dennis was fantastic!
Sarahahfiwjd,
Jun 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was run incredibly well and was very punctual. Our guide Dennis was fantastic and very helpful, I would recommend!
Amy’s Tour
Alexandra I,
May 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amy was a lovely and helpful guide! The tour was long but we had a very nice time and enjoyed our day in Gyeongju.
Great tour guides to Gyeongju
James H,
May 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour and went to a lot of interesting places. Sophie (who led the English speaking part or the tour) and Cindy are both lovely and Sophie was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and spoke amazing English. Highly recommended tour and tour guides
A slice of history
Denalee L,
Dec 5, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Juna made the tour so informative and fun, there was no boring part to the day and the scenery was spectacular, I would highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in history and with Juna to help them on the day.
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